Child Abuse Neglecting Neglect

Abstract

Background: There is a prevalence of child sexual abuse between 2017-20 shows a result of 80% of the sufferers being females under the age of 14. In India, child abuse can take numerous forms.  According to the National Commission for the Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), over 55% of Indian children have experienced some form of abuse. This amount is extremely high and indicates an extremely serious issue that must be addressed. Physical abuse is one of the most common forms of child maltreatment in India, affecting approximately 25% of children at some point. The most prevalent varieties are slapping and hitting, as well as burning and pounding. Around 16% of children have experienced sexual abuse in some form, such as rape or unwanted sexual contact. Mental harassment is also on the rise, with 11% of youngsters reporting emotional or verbal abuse from caretakers.

Objective: The main aim of this study, is to identify the antecedents and consequences child abuse among children between 7 to 17 years old with a structured questionnaire.

Participants and Setting: 120 students between the ages 10 and 16 from South India, Tamil Nadu, Chennai government school in India.

Methodology: The methodology used in this study has a descriptive approach and data was analyzed with a quantitative strategy.

Results: There is a significant model fit among the dimensions of child abuse and neglect which leads to the consequences of mental, physical, and health problems.

Conclusions: The purpose of exploring the child abuse is to lesser the possible chance of neglect or child abuse, and lower childhood trauma. There is a need to focus each state-wise by implementing comprehensive, evidence-based, community-driven child abuse and neglect prevention strategies based upon each and every state's needs.